Repair Procedure: Removal

Remove the under cover.
(Refer to "UNDER COVER REMOVAL "
Drain the coolant.
(Refer to "COOLANT REPLACEMENT "
Remove the ATF drain plug (A), allow the fluid to drain out and then reinstall the drain plug.
Tightening Torque:

33.3 - 43.1 N.m (3.4 - 4.4 kgf.m, 24.6 - 31.8 lb.ft)

Fig 1: Locate ATF Drain Plug
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NOTE: The existing ATF drain plug gasket must be replaced with new one. (Do not reuse it.)
Remove the battery and battery tray.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "BATTERY ")
Remove the wiring bracket mounting bolt (A)
Tightening Torque:

9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

Fig 2: Locate Wiring Bracket Mounting Bolt
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Disconnect the air breather hose (A) from the valve body cover.

Fig 3: Remove Air Breather Hose From Valve Body Cover
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Disconnect the coolant pip (B) after removing the clamp (A).

Fig 4: Disconnect Coolant Pipe
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Disconnect the ATF cooler hose (B) after removing the clamp (A).

Fig 5: Disconnect ATF Cooler Hose
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Remove the valve body cover (A).

Fig 6: RemoveValve Body Cover
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Remove the solenoid valve harness (A) and oil temperature sensor (B) after removing the bolts.
Tightening Torque:

9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

Fig 7: Remove Solenoid Valve Harness And Oil Temperature Sensor
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Remove solenoid valve support bracket (A).
Tightening Torque:

9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

Fig 8: Locate Solenoid Valve Support Bracket
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Remove the overdrive clutch control solenoid valve (A).

Fig 9: Locate Overdrive Clutch Control Solenoid Valve

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